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ACC offers two new scholarships for Certified Information System Security Professional
Posted on 02/10/2022 - 1:24pmApplications are now open for two new scholarships for students who want to start a career in cybersecurity. The new Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP) scholarship, offered in partnership with (ISC)² Chapters, will help...
ACC offers free COVID-19 testing for everyone
Posted on 02/08/2022 - 1:25pmAustin Community College District (ACC) offers FREE COVID-19 testing at select campuses districtwide for students, employees, and the community. No appointment is required, and walk-ins are welcome. Testing schedule: Tues. Feb. 8, 9 am - 4 pm
Vote Now for the 10th Annual Eco Bag Contest
Posted on 02/08/2022 - 12:31pmIt is time to cast your vote for your favorite design on the 10th annual Eco Bag Contest. Austin Community College District (ACC) students submitted more than 30 designs, and 16 have moved forward to the final round. You have until Friday, February...
Getting the best value for a college degree: Transfer Tips from ACC to a University
Posted on 02/07/2022 - 9:12amAustin Community College District (ACC) hosts a series of workshops for Transfer Week Monday, February 7, to Friday, February 11. The events offer students an opportunity to connect with universities and ACC's transfer team to learn more about what...
ACC closed Thursday & Friday, Feb. 3-4, due to winter weather conditions
Posted on 02/02/2022 - 12:59pmAustin Community College District (ACC) is monitoring winter weather conditions. Regional forecasts predict freezing temperatures and precipitation beginning 2/2 and continuing through 2/4.
ACC Student Government Association meets with U.S. Representative Doggett and Mayor Adler
Posted on 02/02/2022 - 9:45amAustin Community College District (ACC) students hosted U.S. Representative Lloyd Doggett and Austin Mayor Steve Adler in a special Zoom discussion, Monday, January 31. The event, hosted by ACC’s Student Government Association (SGA) provided an...
ACC’s first student elected to the Board of Trustees resigns for full-time position
Posted on 02/01/2022 - 5:11pmAustin Community College District (ACC) is preparing for a transition in its board leadership with the departure of Trustee Nicole Eversmann.
ACC kicks off a series of events to honor Black History Month
Posted on 01/31/2022 - 11:39amFebruary is Black History Month, an annual celebration of the accomplishments and contributions of Black Americans to culture, society, and community. Austin Community College District (ACC) welcomes students, employees, and the community to...
For second straight year, ACC named Best Place for Working Parents
Posted on 01/26/2022 - 12:58pmFor the second straight year, Austin Community College District (ACC) is designated the Best Place for Working Parents. Based on a series of questions, the college was recognized for its family-friendly policies, employee resources, and programs...
ACC Experts: Staying financially strong during inflation
Posted on 01/26/2022 - 10:07amInflation is rising above its highest rate since 1982, according to the Consumer Price Index. ACC experts share what’s happening and steps you can take to stay financially stable. Written by: Karen Serna, Student Money Management Office Director No...
ACC and Austin PBS host Ready, Set, Learn!
Posted on 01/24/2022 - 3:50pmFinding the balance between work, school, and kids can be overwhelming. Austin Community College District (ACC) partners with Austin PBS to help students with young children at home find the right balance and have fun while they’re at it. Join us...
Truth, Racial Healing and Transformation Week 2022: It Takes Everyone!
Posted on 01/14/2022 - 3:14pmAustin Community College District (ACC) invites students, faculty, staff, and community partners for Truth, Racial Healing and Transformation (TRHT) Week 2022, Monday, January 17 through Friday, January 21. The events include workshops, film...
ACC closes in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Posted on 01/14/2022 - 8:41amThe Austin Community College District (ACC) is closed Monday, January 17, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. The college’s Truth, Racial Healing & Transformation (THRT) Campus Center will host a virtual remembrance event in honor of...
ACC Expanding Career Scholars: Get up to $5,000 for tuition & fees
Posted on 01/12/2022 - 4:34pmApplications for fall 2022 open January 15 — Selected students get money to pay for college plus personalized support services The push to make college free for everyone continues to grow, and Austin Community College District (ACC) is doing more...
ACC Board of Trustees January 10 Recap
Posted on 01/12/2022 - 12:04pmThe Austin Community College District (ACC) Board of Trustees met for its regular meeting on Monday, January 10, to hear college updates, discuss legislative priorities, appoint members to the college’s Regional Advisory Committees (RAC), and...
ACC Board of Trustees approves 2022 federal legislative priorities
Posted on 01/10/2022 - 5:38pmThe Austin Community College District (ACC) Board of Trustees endorses the National Legislative Summit (NLS) Community College Federal Legislative Priorities for 2022. ACC’s Congressional delegation will attend the ACCT/AACC National Legislative...
ACC announces new health and safety measures for Spring 2022
Posted on 01/07/2022 - 9:45amDue to the recent spread of COVID-19 in Central Texas, Austin Community College (ACC) announces temporary changes to scale back the number of individuals on all campuses and increase safety protocols.
ACC recognized for 5 top programs in state and nation in new rankings report
Posted on 12/16/2021 - 4:20pmAustin Community College District (ACC) is named one of the top institutions in the state and nation in 5 key programs according to a new report released by Intelligent.com. The national research group provides unbiased research to help students...
Two Years in a Row: ACC named among best Engineering Degree Programs in the nation by Intelligent.com
Posted on 12/16/2021 - 3:44pmFor the second year in a row, Austin Community College District (ACC) is ranked with the best engineering associate degree in the nation. The recent report, released by Intelligent.com, compared 704 programs from 2,900 universities and colleges...
More Than 9,000 Graduates Invited to Attend Fall 2021 Commencement
Posted on 12/13/2021 - 5:17pmAustin Community College District (ACC) has invited 9,162 graduates to attend the college's first in-person commencement since the start of the pandemic. The ceremony will be held at 6 p.m. on Monday, December 13, at the H-E-B Center in Cedar Park....
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